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*Official* English Football Season 2006-07
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BoyBrumby
Englishman
Nature of the beast, unfortunately. It's all about money. Occasionally a team from outside ManUre/Chavski/Arsenal/Liverpool might just squeeze into the top 4 (usually in fourth), but it'll be a while before any team outside of those actually win the thing.Jono said:
Meanwhile, 2-0 ManUre with both from Ronaldo. Fair play to the diving little chav fecker, he's been the best player in the division this year.
Matteh
Cricket Web: All-Time Legend
Pavel Srnicek:BoyBrumby said:
Veteran shot-stopper who rejoined the Magpies in September 2006 on a short-term deal. Represented the club for seven years in the mid-1990s, establishing himself as a popular figure before moving on for spells with Sheffield Wednesday and Portsmouth alongside Italian club Brescia. Was a regular fixture in the Czech Republic national side in his heyday.
superkingdave
Hall of Fame Member
Up to 3rd today after a nervy win at Rotherham, another two for Porter, the lads got 16 in 20 so far this season. Would have preferred it if Scunthorpe didn't win, and Bristol City hadn't come from 2-0 down to draw. Need to win at Gillingham next, then stuff the florists on New Years Day. Looking good though
superkingdave
Hall of Fame Member
Yeah, playing some decent stuff at the moment. touch wood
Craig
World Traveller
Me and a friend were talking about it a while ago and he asked who did I think was better Leo Messi or Cesc Fabregas? I said it was hard to split the two as they are both brilliant and both key players for their clubs despite their young ages. I said if I had to split the two I would say Messi because he has more of an impact/starting role for Argentina whilst Fabregas isn't at that stage for the Spanish team.
Well who do you think is better?
Well who do you think is better?
Craig
World Traveller
Whilst it is a week old website soccernet.com writer Jon Carter gave his thoughts on which need and and want, I will post up the ones for the teams that people follow.
ARSENAL
Wanted: If you believe Arsene Wenger then no-one, apparently. Skipper Thierry Henry however has different ideas and would be happy to see some new faces coming in. Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea) and Franck Ribery (Marseille) would please the French striker, but Arsenal fans would probably like to see a defender like Gökhan Zan (Besiktas) come in, rather than more attacking flair.
Needed: Curtis Davies (WBA) has impressed Wenger, but as a young Englishman his price has risen to at least £10million. Gareth Bale (Southampton) has also been touted in the defensive department, but would the Saints sell him? Craig Gordon (Hearts) or Yohann Pele (Le Mans) could be the successors to Jens Lehmann in goal, while a defender/left back in the shape of Gael Givet (Monaco) or Eric Abidal (Lyon) would be a useful addition to the squad.
ASTON VILLA
Wanted: With Randy Lerner's cheque-book at the ready, Martin O'Neill will be champing at the bit for the window to open in January. Winger Lee Cook (QPR) has already attracted the manager's interest and goalkeeping cover is also high on the lis, with Tottenham striker Jermaine Defoe not far behind.
Needed: A striker like Miroslav Klose (Werder Bremen) or Robbie Keane (Tottenham) would give an added goal threat, alongside former loanee James Milner (Newcastle). Joey Barton (Man City) would add fire, but with a propensity for signing Celtic players however, O'Neill could make midfielder Stephen Pearson or defender Bobo Balde the next players to move south.
BLACKBURN
Wanted: Mark Hughes has already made it known he would be interested in signing David Beckham if his Real Madrid contract expires, but realistically he'll have to set his sights a little lower. Cyprus striker Yiannakis Okkas (Olympiakos) is definitely on the list, as well as Czech midfielder Tomas Sivok (Sparta Prague) though Hughes is keeping his cards close to his chest. Andriy Nesmachnyi (Dynamo Kiev) has been on trial.
Needed: Stephen Warnock (Liverpool) would be a good buy to replace the unhappy Lucas Neill, possibly in a swap deal. Another full-back linked with Rovers is the tough tackling Phil Bardsley (Man Utd), while Danny Mills (Man City) may also come in. Someone like Jason Koumas (WBA) could certainly improve things in the creative department.
CHELSEA
Wanted: When money is no object, who do you buy? Having spent over £50million in the summer, Jose Mourinho should be pretty happy with his squad. Still, David Villa (Valencia), Fernando Torres (Atletico Madrid) and Brazilian sensation Alexandre Pato (Internacional) are all part of the speculation that sells papers, but realistically Jose will go for a right-back.
Needed: Adding an attacking right-back like Micah Ricards (Man City) would be about the only thing that could make the Chelsea side any stronger. £15million would probably be enough to tempt Stuart Pearce, although the warning is already there in the form of Shaun Wright-Phillips. Daniel Alves (Sevilla) and Miguel (Valencia) could also fill the defensive gap, and being Chelsea, it won't be for peanuts.
EVERTON
Wanted: Top of the priority list for the Toffees is a new right-back, although manager David Moyes has expressed his desire to bring in loan-players rather than buying outright. Short of numbers even before their recent injury worries, the club will be looking to fill a few gaps in the squad. Tomas Sivok (Sparta Prague) and Lars Jacobsen (FC Copenhagen) are of interest, and cheap as well.
Needed: Could do with a young central defender like Curtis Davies (WBA) alongside the impressive Joleon Lescott, or a full back like Kevin McNaughton (Cardiff), but Moyes is more likely to bring in another striker. David Nugent (Preston) or David Healy (Leeds) would jump at the chance to play in the Premiership and give AJ a run for his money. They'll be glad of some quick healing midfielders too.
LIVERPOOL
Wanted: Rafa Benitez is still keen to bring in a winger, Simao (Benfica) or Quaresma (FC Porto) would seem to fit the bill in this department, while Matthew Upson (Birmingham) could follow Jermaine Pennant up from the Midlands, as the Reds are in the market for a new centre-back. With money to spend, Rafa could also plum for goalkeeper Marco Amelia (Livorno) or young midfielder Giles Barnes (Derby), as he seeks to build a squad capable to challenging for the title.
Needed: A full-back seems to be the priority with Lucas Neill (Blackburn) almost certainly going to sign for Liverpool in January, and young left-back Emiliano Insua (Boca Juniors) already on his way. Francisco Pavon (Real Madrid) has been attracting interest and Sevilla's Daniel Alves was subject to a Reds bid in the summer, and could be courted again.
MAN UTD
Wanted: A striker on loan, and they have him. Henrik Larsson, albeit initially for only ten weeks. A young left winger to replace Ryan Giggs could come in, maybe Antonio Puerta (Sevilla). Sir Alex Ferguson will be keeping a close eye on England pair Jermain Defoe (Tottenham) and Darren Bent (Charlton), but is unlikely to splash much cash in January.
Needed: With Owen Hargreaves (Bayern Munich) itching to get away from Germany, January could be the time for a bid for the talented midfielder. His addition would certainly improve the central midfield area, although if Bayern don't bite, Nigel Reo-Coker (West Ham) would be cheaper. Fernando Torres (Atletico Madrid) is also a target, but more likely in the summer.
NEWCASTLE
Wanted: Someone. Anyone. To help with the injury crisis. Zat Knight (Fulham) and Lucas Neill (Blackburn) may spell the end for Titus Bramble's spell on Tyneside and Albert Luque won't be far behind him as the January door closes, assuming they can find a buyer. A left-back, a central defender and a striker would seem likely arrivals. Giles Barnes (Derby) and Gareth Bale (Southampton) have caught Roeder's eye.
Needed: Quite simply, some defenders. Wayne Bridge (Chelsea), Distin (Man City), Upson (Birmingham) or Gerald Cid (Bordeaux) would be good, but expect more strikers to arrive. Darren Bent (Charlton) may feature high on the pacy striker list, but the budget may not stretch after the Martins' arrival. Klaas-Jan Huntelaar (Ajax) has been linked, as has Russian striker Alexander Kerzhakov (Zenit St Petersburg). Roeder may try and tempt Peter Crouch (Liverpool) to re-unite with Owen.
PORTSMOUTH
Wanted: Backed by Sacha Gaydamak, Harry Redknapp will have money to spend in January. Expect a bid for Birmingham defender Matthew Upson and Preston's David Nugent, but his priority is a winger. Cue Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea). More likely, Senegalese Khalilou Fadiga (Al Wakra) who would have to prove his fitness after a scare with his heart. A striker and a full-back seem to be top of the list.
Needed: Zoltan Gera (WBA) has already proved his credentials in the Premiership and would be great buy, while Redknapp may resume his interest in Sulley Ali Muntari (Udinese), who would cost at least £10million after impressing with Ghana during the World Cup. South Korean star Lee Chun-Soo (Ulsan), Freddy Eastwood (Southend) and David Nugent (Preston) are all possible striking options.
WEST HAM
Wanted: With Icelandic backing, the transfer market is wide open for the Hammers. Alan Curbishley will have money to spend and will want to make his own mark in January. The have a new manager; a winger, and some defenders will be close behind.
Needed: Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea) would be a great buy, David Beckham (Real Madrid) has been touted, along with Clint Dempsey (NewEngland). With a blank cheque-book, the Hammers could recruit a new defender, but their current players have to start performing first; and the future of the two Argentineans, Tevez and Mascherano, as well as skipper Reo-Coker, has to be decided. Could be more out than in.
WIGAN
Wanted: Manager Paul Jewell is 'never satisfied' with what he has, and Japanese international Alex (Urawa Reds) could be the first to arrive at the JJB. If Wigan start to slip, Jewell will bring in more players, but at the moment he is no rush. Svetoslav Todorov (Portsmouth) certainly won't be making his loan permanent after failing to impress, but Nathan Ellington (WBA) could come back.
Needed: A tough tackling midfielder in Seydou Keita (Lens) might be a useful addition for the Latics. Also someone like Matthew Kilgallon (Leeds) or Matthew Upson (Birmingham) could give the defence the added boost that it needs to see the squad through to the summer, but more likely they'll get Swedish defender Andreas Granqvist (Helsingborgs).
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/column...t=england&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab3pos2&cc=3436
If anything West Ham need to get rid of a few players then buy. Micah Richards is way too over-priced/valued.
ARSENAL
Wanted: If you believe Arsene Wenger then no-one, apparently. Skipper Thierry Henry however has different ideas and would be happy to see some new faces coming in. Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea) and Franck Ribery (Marseille) would please the French striker, but Arsenal fans would probably like to see a defender like Gökhan Zan (Besiktas) come in, rather than more attacking flair.
Needed: Curtis Davies (WBA) has impressed Wenger, but as a young Englishman his price has risen to at least £10million. Gareth Bale (Southampton) has also been touted in the defensive department, but would the Saints sell him? Craig Gordon (Hearts) or Yohann Pele (Le Mans) could be the successors to Jens Lehmann in goal, while a defender/left back in the shape of Gael Givet (Monaco) or Eric Abidal (Lyon) would be a useful addition to the squad.
ASTON VILLA
Wanted: With Randy Lerner's cheque-book at the ready, Martin O'Neill will be champing at the bit for the window to open in January. Winger Lee Cook (QPR) has already attracted the manager's interest and goalkeeping cover is also high on the lis, with Tottenham striker Jermaine Defoe not far behind.
Needed: A striker like Miroslav Klose (Werder Bremen) or Robbie Keane (Tottenham) would give an added goal threat, alongside former loanee James Milner (Newcastle). Joey Barton (Man City) would add fire, but with a propensity for signing Celtic players however, O'Neill could make midfielder Stephen Pearson or defender Bobo Balde the next players to move south.
BLACKBURN
Wanted: Mark Hughes has already made it known he would be interested in signing David Beckham if his Real Madrid contract expires, but realistically he'll have to set his sights a little lower. Cyprus striker Yiannakis Okkas (Olympiakos) is definitely on the list, as well as Czech midfielder Tomas Sivok (Sparta Prague) though Hughes is keeping his cards close to his chest. Andriy Nesmachnyi (Dynamo Kiev) has been on trial.
Needed: Stephen Warnock (Liverpool) would be a good buy to replace the unhappy Lucas Neill, possibly in a swap deal. Another full-back linked with Rovers is the tough tackling Phil Bardsley (Man Utd), while Danny Mills (Man City) may also come in. Someone like Jason Koumas (WBA) could certainly improve things in the creative department.
CHELSEA
Wanted: When money is no object, who do you buy? Having spent over £50million in the summer, Jose Mourinho should be pretty happy with his squad. Still, David Villa (Valencia), Fernando Torres (Atletico Madrid) and Brazilian sensation Alexandre Pato (Internacional) are all part of the speculation that sells papers, but realistically Jose will go for a right-back.
Needed: Adding an attacking right-back like Micah Ricards (Man City) would be about the only thing that could make the Chelsea side any stronger. £15million would probably be enough to tempt Stuart Pearce, although the warning is already there in the form of Shaun Wright-Phillips. Daniel Alves (Sevilla) and Miguel (Valencia) could also fill the defensive gap, and being Chelsea, it won't be for peanuts.
EVERTON
Wanted: Top of the priority list for the Toffees is a new right-back, although manager David Moyes has expressed his desire to bring in loan-players rather than buying outright. Short of numbers even before their recent injury worries, the club will be looking to fill a few gaps in the squad. Tomas Sivok (Sparta Prague) and Lars Jacobsen (FC Copenhagen) are of interest, and cheap as well.
Needed: Could do with a young central defender like Curtis Davies (WBA) alongside the impressive Joleon Lescott, or a full back like Kevin McNaughton (Cardiff), but Moyes is more likely to bring in another striker. David Nugent (Preston) or David Healy (Leeds) would jump at the chance to play in the Premiership and give AJ a run for his money. They'll be glad of some quick healing midfielders too.
LIVERPOOL
Wanted: Rafa Benitez is still keen to bring in a winger, Simao (Benfica) or Quaresma (FC Porto) would seem to fit the bill in this department, while Matthew Upson (Birmingham) could follow Jermaine Pennant up from the Midlands, as the Reds are in the market for a new centre-back. With money to spend, Rafa could also plum for goalkeeper Marco Amelia (Livorno) or young midfielder Giles Barnes (Derby), as he seeks to build a squad capable to challenging for the title.
Needed: A full-back seems to be the priority with Lucas Neill (Blackburn) almost certainly going to sign for Liverpool in January, and young left-back Emiliano Insua (Boca Juniors) already on his way. Francisco Pavon (Real Madrid) has been attracting interest and Sevilla's Daniel Alves was subject to a Reds bid in the summer, and could be courted again.
MAN UTD
Wanted: A striker on loan, and they have him. Henrik Larsson, albeit initially for only ten weeks. A young left winger to replace Ryan Giggs could come in, maybe Antonio Puerta (Sevilla). Sir Alex Ferguson will be keeping a close eye on England pair Jermain Defoe (Tottenham) and Darren Bent (Charlton), but is unlikely to splash much cash in January.
Needed: With Owen Hargreaves (Bayern Munich) itching to get away from Germany, January could be the time for a bid for the talented midfielder. His addition would certainly improve the central midfield area, although if Bayern don't bite, Nigel Reo-Coker (West Ham) would be cheaper. Fernando Torres (Atletico Madrid) is also a target, but more likely in the summer.
NEWCASTLE
Wanted: Someone. Anyone. To help with the injury crisis. Zat Knight (Fulham) and Lucas Neill (Blackburn) may spell the end for Titus Bramble's spell on Tyneside and Albert Luque won't be far behind him as the January door closes, assuming they can find a buyer. A left-back, a central defender and a striker would seem likely arrivals. Giles Barnes (Derby) and Gareth Bale (Southampton) have caught Roeder's eye.
Needed: Quite simply, some defenders. Wayne Bridge (Chelsea), Distin (Man City), Upson (Birmingham) or Gerald Cid (Bordeaux) would be good, but expect more strikers to arrive. Darren Bent (Charlton) may feature high on the pacy striker list, but the budget may not stretch after the Martins' arrival. Klaas-Jan Huntelaar (Ajax) has been linked, as has Russian striker Alexander Kerzhakov (Zenit St Petersburg). Roeder may try and tempt Peter Crouch (Liverpool) to re-unite with Owen.
PORTSMOUTH
Wanted: Backed by Sacha Gaydamak, Harry Redknapp will have money to spend in January. Expect a bid for Birmingham defender Matthew Upson and Preston's David Nugent, but his priority is a winger. Cue Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea). More likely, Senegalese Khalilou Fadiga (Al Wakra) who would have to prove his fitness after a scare with his heart. A striker and a full-back seem to be top of the list.
Needed: Zoltan Gera (WBA) has already proved his credentials in the Premiership and would be great buy, while Redknapp may resume his interest in Sulley Ali Muntari (Udinese), who would cost at least £10million after impressing with Ghana during the World Cup. South Korean star Lee Chun-Soo (Ulsan), Freddy Eastwood (Southend) and David Nugent (Preston) are all possible striking options.
WEST HAM
Wanted: With Icelandic backing, the transfer market is wide open for the Hammers. Alan Curbishley will have money to spend and will want to make his own mark in January. The have a new manager; a winger, and some defenders will be close behind.
Needed: Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea) would be a great buy, David Beckham (Real Madrid) has been touted, along with Clint Dempsey (NewEngland). With a blank cheque-book, the Hammers could recruit a new defender, but their current players have to start performing first; and the future of the two Argentineans, Tevez and Mascherano, as well as skipper Reo-Coker, has to be decided. Could be more out than in.
WIGAN
Wanted: Manager Paul Jewell is 'never satisfied' with what he has, and Japanese international Alex (Urawa Reds) could be the first to arrive at the JJB. If Wigan start to slip, Jewell will bring in more players, but at the moment he is no rush. Svetoslav Todorov (Portsmouth) certainly won't be making his loan permanent after failing to impress, but Nathan Ellington (WBA) could come back.
Needed: A tough tackling midfielder in Seydou Keita (Lens) might be a useful addition for the Latics. Also someone like Matthew Kilgallon (Leeds) or Matthew Upson (Birmingham) could give the defence the added boost that it needs to see the squad through to the summer, but more likely they'll get Swedish defender Andreas Granqvist (Helsingborgs).
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/column...t=england&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab3pos2&cc=3436
If anything West Ham need to get rid of a few players then buy. Micah Richards is way too over-priced/valued.
TT Boy
Hall of Fame Member
Two fantastic young footballers but I don’t see how you can compare a forward to a central midfielder.Craig said:
Though you can argue that Fabregas is more of an important player for his side than Messi currently is. Cesc pretty much runs the show for Arsenal in midfielder whilst Messi has the enviable task of playing second fiddle to Eto and Ronaldinho and playing exclusively to their tune. Things did change this season when he was becoming more prominent and was creating most if not all of Barcelona’s goal but I’ve not seen many 19 year olds like Cesc who has done what he has done at such an early age. Completely different ball park holding together and orchestrating a midfield than playing wide right or left with the sole objective of skinning the defender.